Rule 8 Formal Proceedings
Rule Text
a. Notice
After notifying the judge as provided by Rule 7(d) and after consideration of the judge’s response thereto, if any, the Commission may initiate formal proceedings to inquire into the charges against the judge.
b. Title of Proceedings
Such proceedings shall be entitled: “BEFORE THE COMMISSION ON JUDICIAL FITNESS AND DISABILITY, STATE OF OREGON Inquiry Concerning a Judge, No._____.”
c. Content of Complaint
The complaint shall be issued in the name of the Commission and shall specify in ordinary and concise language the charges against the judge, the alleged facts upon which such charges are based, and the sections of the Constitution, state statute, and Code of Judicial Conduct alleged to have been violated. The complaint shall advise the judge of the right to file a written answer, under oath or affirmation, to the charges within 30 days after service of the complaint.
d. Service
The complaint shall be served by certified mail at either the judge’s chambers or the judge’s last known address, or at the office of the judge’s attorney.
e. Designation of Counsel
The Commission may designate one or more counsel who shall be members of the Oregon State Bar and to present the charges against the judge including any appearances before the Supreme Court.